State Board Cuts Texas Appropriation Demands Across Agencies
The Texas State Board of Control trimmed appropriations by 8.24 million for the next biennium and plans further reductions in building requests totaling about 6.6 million. Excluding education buildings, requested funds fall from 35.68 million to 27.44 million, with highway line items adjusted. Educational institutions seek 4.12 million first year and 2.49 million second year for new buildings and improvements, while overall agency maintenance and operation funds are slashed.
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Austin
Tex
State Board of Control
Highway Commission
Board of Control
State Fire Insurance Commission
Texas
Governor urges constitutional convention in Texas
Governor Pat M. Neff appealed for a constitutional convention in Brenham Texas to free the state from hindrances and address four points good roads a comprehensive judiciary overhaul educational system reform and floodwater preservation for irrigation and flood control near Old Washington on the Brazos where the first Texas constitution was drafted in 1886.
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Texas
Pat M. Neff
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Brazos
Pecan Crop Fails Near Hearne Texas
Hearne growers report a near total pecan crop failure this year. As a result the pecans shipped have risen in price from the previous 5 to 10 cents per pound, while last year saw an abundant harvest.
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Hearne
Tex
Silver Vein Found Under City In Tombstone
In Tombstone Arizona a six inch vein of rich silver ore was uncovered just beneath the surface of the main street during cement curbing work, reviving memories of the Vizna mine once a top producer in the district.
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Tombstone
Ariz
Peasant Inspired Jacket Blouse Steals Fashion Spotlight
The latest blouse innovation, the jacquette, blends peasant and gypsy motifs from Central Europe with velvet and satin textures. It skirts the waist, offers dress-up appeal over blouses or smocks, and suits party wear with lace collars or cape-like accents.
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Central
Europe
Tiger Pleads for United States Aid to France
Georges Clemenceau spoke to a crowded Chicago auditorium pleading for American help to save France from extinction. He defended France against charges of militarism and imperialism, insisting France seeks peace and warning that without aid France may disappear like Athens. The audience repeatedly applauded and urged him on.
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France
Tiger
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Great Britain Breaks Diplomatic Relations with Greece
Britain ends diplomatic ties with Greece after a Greek court martial condemns six former ministers and officers for treason. Executions for high treason followed, naming former premiers Gounaris, Protopapadakis, Stratos, M Theotokis, M Baltazzis, and General Hadjenestis, amid accusations of facilitating Constantine’s throne and Allied weakness.
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Highway funds allocated by Texas highway commission
The Texas highway commission in Austin approved a total of 340,480 for state road work. Allocations include Mason County 7,500 for No 9. San Patricio 32,000 for No 12. Milam 55,000 for No 43 and districts 5 and 29. Montgomery 70,000 for No 19. Morris 13,417 for No 35. Smith 15,000 for No 31. Limestone 50,000 for No 14. Runnels 20,000 for No 7A. Fannin 25,000 for No 5 in Honey Grove district. Briscoe 33,750 for No 5A. Walker 3,813 for No 32. Red River 5,000 for No 48. Kaufman 10,000 for No 40 in Crandell district.
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Government to Start Suits for More Than $30 000 000
Washington reports the department of justice is preparing civil suits against war camp contractors for overcharges and waste in army cantonment construction. Total claims exceed 20 000 to 30 000 000. Suits expected to be filed within ten days, with potential criminal actions also hinted.
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Department of Justice
Department
New Orleans Rice Market Report
Blue Rose sold around 3 7/8¢ per pocket Friday with 1 275 pockets at 3 3/16 to 3 7/8. Friday receipts were 5 398 sacks rough and 8 526 pockets clean. Exports for Wednesday and yesterday totaled 57 055 pockets with 29 083 to South America and 18 862 to Porto Rico. A sale of 40 000 pockets of various grades was reported to South America.
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New Orleans
South America
Porto Rico
Greedy. Jud Tunkins on men demanding a living
Jud Tunkins comments that some men feel entitled to a double life and expect the world to owe them a living. He criticizes the idea of special privileges and constant self indulgence. The Washington Star report frames his view as a warning against moral laxity.
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Jud Tunkins
Washington Star
You kin have you flivver says Uncle Eben
Washington Star quotes Uncle Eben urging prudence with cars and shows a mule who balks at passing a locomotive. The quirky line highlights rural wit and practical caution in transportation.
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Eben
Washington Star
Doctor Ordered Woman Obeyed
Chicago readers are urged to try Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound after a doctor prescribed it to aid a recovering mother. The testimonial from Mrs. Adrift Tomsheck, who along with three children uses the product, highlights relief for nervousness and general weakness following childbirth.
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Chicago
Illinois
Lydia E. Pinkham
Lydia
Pinkham
Adrith Tomsheck
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Tomsheck
Freezone Promises Quick Corn Relief Without Soreness
An advertisement touts Freezone as a painless corn remover. It claims a tiny bottle costs a few cents and works on hard and soft corns as well as corns between toes, with no irritation.
Blurred Lines of Race and Image Revealed in Quotation
The remark critiques how individuals may appear morally or racially aligned with public perceptions. It suggests that appearances can mislead, highlighting the contrast between claimed identity and real actions.
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